'A Bed of Roses' Gets New Owners

OAKHURST – A popular bed and breakfast near Yosemite is under new ownership.

Steve and Mary Kay Eicholtz took over A Bed of Roses B&B earlier this year and have been keeping busy ever since, making numerous changes to the property.

Although taking over the property has proven to be a lot of work, the couple agree that they are having the time of their lives.

“The best part of running a B&B is meeting and visiting with our guests. Like Eckert, a guest from Germany said, ‘It’s like taking a trip around the world without leaving home,'” Steve said.

The Eicholtzes said it was difficult, at first, to leave their home in Fresno and move to the mountains, but it didn’t take long for them to be glad they took the leap.

“Many factors came together to make us consider owning a bed and breakfast,” Steve said. “Nearby family, semi-retirement income, the opportunity to meet people from all over the world, the serenity of the property, and an awareness of God’s drawing us to this area all contributed to our decision to buy.”

Located just north of Oakhurst, about 10 miles from the south entrance to Yosemite National Park, A Bed of Roses features panoramic views of the Sierra Nevada mountains. The rooms offer comfortable and stylish décor to make for an idealistic, romantic setting, Steve said.